Tag Archives: mental health and wellness

Aging: ‘Loss of possibility’

Posted on March 3, 2026 by msw blog

I love the Op-Ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader Re: “High suicide rate among seniors … Continue reading →

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Free Burning

Posted on March 2, 2026 by msw blog

Free Burning, author Bayo Ojikutu, (2006, 383 pages) If this were a hardcover book, I would have sworn someone mixed up the dust jacket. The synopsis on the jacket made me intrigued. It reads: “Tommie Simms was supposed to be the community … Continue reading →

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How can I fix my relationships?

Posted on February 23, 2026 by msw blog

 I’ve just turned 40 this past year. The last 15 years I was in a horrible drug addiction. I lied and hurt and did terrible things to a lot of people, especially my family. About eight years ago they officially … Continue reading →

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Self-Care Ideas for Everyday Joy

Posted on February 12, 2026 by msw blog

Practice life-enhancing forms of self-care. Need to relax and unwind? Lift a blue mood? Bring a spot of pleasure into your day? Many people turn to food or alcohol or scrolling social media as a solution, only to feel even worse later. … Continue reading →

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Best mental reset l’ve learned

Posted on February 4, 2026 by msw blog

If your mind is loud – Write. If your mind is empty – Read. If your mind is racing – Walk. If your mind is tired – Sleep. If your mind is sharp – Build. Most problems are just mismatched … Continue reading →

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